Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin

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Sep 19, 2018
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INSIGHT

Project Constraints

  • Complex projects, like building a battleship, require sequential steps.
  • Early stages offer flexibility, but choices become increasingly limited as the project progresses.
ADVICE

Prioritize the Critical Path

  • Identify and prioritize the critical path in any project.
  • Focus efforts on tasks that directly impact the project's completion timeline.
ANECDOTE

Red and Green Buttons

  • At Spinnaker Software, Seth used colored buttons to signify critical path tasks.
  • Green button wearers focused on crucial work, while red button wearers supported them, improving efficiency.
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